Nationwide to close Isle of Man offshore expat unit
Nationwide International, the Isle of Man-based offshore unit of UK retail bank Nationwide, has announced that it is closing its doors in summer 2017 in a move expected to affect thousands of British expats.
Ex-Harlequin accountants appeal $11.6m UK court order
UK accountancy firm Wilkins Kennedy is appealing against recent a High Court judgement ordering it to pay $11.6m (£9.5m, €10.8m) to Harlequin Property SCG, the company behind the stricken £400m fund.
Portugal introduces wealth tax on properties over €600k
The Portuguese government has introduced a wealth tax on properties valued over €600,000 (£538,572, $660,108) in a move that could benefit thousands of British expats living in the EU-member state.
Best Practice | 16 Jan 17
SJP faces backlash for escaping 1% exit charge on pensions
St James’s Place, one of Britain’s biggest wealth managers, has come under fire over claims it will not be caught by an incoming cap on exit charges.
United Kingdom | 16 Jan 17
Optimus launches Qnups aimed at UK IFA market
Isle of Man-based pension provider Optimus has launched a new qualifying non-UK pension scheme (Qnups) aimed at wealthy individuals hit hard by the UK’s lifetime allowance cap as well as the annual tax taper.